Hey Indie Filmmakers

Hey Indie Filmmakers

Author: Griffin Hammond & Nick Bodmer Language: English Episodes: 100
Griffin Hammond and Nick Bodmer host Hey Indie Filmmakers, a conversation built from their distinct perspectives-one from the trenches of documentary filmmaking and the other from the intricate world of gear and tech. This isn't a lecture series; it's a practical, often irreverent, dialogue for anyone holding a camera with a story to tell but without a studio budget. You'll hear them dissect the real challenges of DIY production, from choosing accessible equipment and navigating new software to the creative problem-solving that happens when plans inevitably fall apart. The discussion naturally spans the artistic, technical, and logistical, reflecting the messy, rewarding process of bringing a vision to life. While this podcast stands on its own, their episodes also exist as video conversations for those who want to see the gear demos or the hosts' reactions in real time. Tune in for honest talk that demystifies the tools and celebrates the hustle, offering a sense of camaraderie and actionable insights for your next project.
Episodes
Episode 71: Apple Updates the MacBook Pros [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:21
Are Apple’s new MacBook Pros worth the upgrade? I have no idea, so Nick explains the new specs. Plus, your questions about recovering lost audio, organizing camera gear, and if your computer can handle 10-bit video files…
Episode 70: Alex Ferrari shot his film AT Sundance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:13
Filmmaker Alex Ferrari is known for his website and podcast Indie Film Hustle. Alex’s latest feature film On the Corner of Ego and Desire was shot in four days at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. Plus, your questions…
Episode 69: How to Vacation with a Camera [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:31
As Nick prepares to travel with his family, what camera gear is essential for summer vacation? Plus, your questions about CTO and CTB gels, shooting in low light, and whether it’s legal to use a news broadcast in your fi…
Episode 68: Macro Infrared Photography with a Bellows [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:55
Using a DIY-mounted macro bellows, Griffin shoots some weird close-up photos with his infrared camera. Plus, your questions about being a perfectionist, how to lock the stabilization of a handheld shot, and if a zoom len…
Episode 67: Automatic Captions for Videos [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:07
Griffin tests out SpeedScriber, an app that automatically generates subtitles for his latest video. Plus, your questions about editing out background music, when to use what kinds of stabilization, and issues with 24 vs.…
Episode 66: The Framerate Mismatch Problem [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:20
Griffin attempts to solve a weird frame-skipping problem showing up in Nick’s latest drone footage. Plus, your questions about handling audio tracks in Final Cut Pro X, producing a compelling story, and how to create a v…
Episode 65: Ronin-S, DJI’s new handheld gimbal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:55
The new Ronin-S ships on June 11, 2018. Is DJI’s new handheld gimbal worth the $699 price tag? Plus, your questions about producing political ads, how to sound professional over email, and post-production tips for audio.
Bonus: The Four Ingredients of Documentary Film [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:58
From his recent filmmaking workshop at Illinois State University, Griffin explains the four elements of news and documentary—SOT, b-roll, voiceover and natural sound.
Episode 64: SD Card Problems [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:21
From Singapore, Griffin describes two recent problems he’s encountered with SD cards. Plus, your questions about the visual grammar of storytelling, pulling focus with electronic lenses, and the lenses I used on my lates…
Episode 63: Filmmaking in Japan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:35
Griffin and Amy are in Japan, filming a client project with the Zhiyun-Tech Crane v2 handheld gimbal. Plus, your questions about aspect ratios, offloading footage during international trips, and how audio syncing helps e…